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Korea’s new president holds talks with relay of leaders at G7, launching summit diplomacy

Korean President Lee Jae Myung held bilateral talks with the leaders of India, Britain, Mexico and Brazil on the margins of the Group of 7, or G7, summit in Canada's resort town of Kananaskis Tuesday, signaling Korea's return to global diplomacy.

2025-06-18

Wednesday's fortune: New sparks, steady gains and quiet wins

Fresh energy, fortunate encounters and fulfilling moments define a day of steady progress — though some signs may need to let go, stay grounded and keep emotions in check. Your fortune for Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

2025-06-18

Local businesses struggle with low patronage from foreign workers amid record ship orders in Korea

Local businesses in Geoje struggle despite booming shipbuilding orders, as foreign workers predominantly purchase necessities without contributing significantly to the local economy.

2025-06-18

What ARMY has been up to on the long march to BTS's reunion

With BTS on hiatus with the members completing their mandatory military service, ARMY found ways to keep the fire alive with art, pilgrimages and bonding with one another.

2025-06-18

Exclusive: Genesis to produce GV80 hybrid next September, signaling pivot as EVs lag

Genesis will produce its first hybrid models, the GV80 and GV70, by 2026 and 2027, respectively, as consumer demand shifts away from EVs.

2025-06-18

[단독] GV80 하이브리드 내년 9월 양산 확정…제네시스의 전략 수정

제네시스의 ‘효자 삼총사’ GV80·G80·G70의 하이브리드 모델 양산 일정이 결정됐다.

2025-06-18

Farewell to coal, and to a generation

I also miss those elder generations, now sometimes dismissed as outdated. To coal—now condemned as a pollutant—I say, thank you. You carried us far.

2025-06-18

Prosecutors, judges and the future of justice in Korea

In Korea, the only path to redemption for the prosecution is to stand firmly against power — especially when that power is still in office.

2025-06-18

Korea must join U.S. in decoupling from China, but stay open to China, Russia and North Korea

The Lee administration faces a delicate balancing act: supporting the United States' China deterrence while resisting excessive American demands.

2025-06-18

Can Korea’s conservative party split between Seoul and its stronghold?

If the conservative movement is to remain relevant, it may need to rethink not just its leadership but its structure — and start listening to voters who have already turned away.

2025-06-18